GENERAL
Status: Independent state
Location: North-East Caribbean
The State of Antigua and Barbuda comprises the islands of Antigua and Barbuda, and the uninhabited island of Redonda. The islands lie approximately 1,200 miles south-east of Miami.
Area: Antigua measures 280km2, Barbuda measures 161km2, and Redonda measures 1.6km2
Capital: St John’s
Population: 78,000
Business language: English
Currency: Eastern Caribbean Dollar (EC$). EC$1=100 cents
Time zone: GMT -4, Atlantic Standard Time Zone
Business hours: Mon to Fri 8.00am to 4.00pm
Climate: Tropical
Average Temperatures: 24ºc - 30ºc
IMPORTANT CONTACTS
High Commission for Antigua and Barbuda
Antigua House
15 Thayer Street
